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Sunny Sisley

Therapist
17 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello! I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), and I am committed to helping you feel supported and understood from day one through your life's challenges with compassion and care. My training and clinical experience have equipped me to work with people facing anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and life transitions. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel respected and heard. My goal is to help you build insight, resilience, and practical tools for lasting emotional well-being.

My approach to therapy

Building trust and connection is the foundation of my work as a mental health counselor. I approach each session with empathy, authenticity, and deep respect for your lived experiences. I take time to truly listen, without judgement, or assumptions, so you feel safe sharing openly at your own pace. Consistency, transparency, and clear communication are important to me, as they help create a dependable therapeutic space where you know what to expect. through this steady, collaborative relationship, we build a strong foundation that supports meaningful growth and lasting change.

What you can expect from me

From day one, you can expect a welcoming, and supportive environment. We will begin by discussing what brings you to counseling, your current concerns, and what you hope to gain from therapy. I will ask thoughtful questions to better understand your background, strengths and any challenges you're facing, while also answering any questions you may have about the process. Together we will start to identify initial goals such as increasing emotional awareness, developing healthier coping strategies, improve relationships, or reducing symptoms of anxiety or depression.

About me

  • I identify as
    Asian, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Open Minded, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    17 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Medaille College, Bachelor of Science at Cornell University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, Anger management, Panic disorders
  • Therapy methods
    Positive Psychology, Behavior Management, Jungian, Narrative Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Gestalt, Behavior Modification, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Strategic Family Therapy, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Attachment Based Family Therapy, Relational, Schema, Psychoanalytic
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    2350 North Forest Road # 35B
    Getzville, NY 14068